Best 6 Slow Cooked Italian Stew Crock Pot Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Italy with our slow-cooked Italian stew, a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul. This traditional dish, also known as spezzatino or stufato, is a delightful blend of tender meats, fresh vegetables, and rich, aromatic broth. Simmered gently in your crock pot, the beef and pork become fall-apart tender, while the carrots, celery, and onions infuse the stew with their natural sweetness. Herbs like rosemary, thyme, and oregano add a touch of rustic charm, while a splash of red wine enhances the depth of flavor. Serve this hearty stew over a bed of creamy polenta or crusty bread to complete the perfect Italian meal.
In addition to the classic slow-cooked Italian stew, this article offers a versatile collection of related recipes to satisfy every palate. Try the savory Italian sausage and peppers stew, where succulent sausages, bell peppers, and tomatoes create a vibrant and flavorful dish. If you prefer a lighter option, the Italian chicken and vegetable stew is a delightful choice, featuring tender chicken, an array of colorful vegetables, and a light broth infused with herbs and spices. And for a vegetarian twist, the Italian vegetable stew showcases the bounty of fresh vegetables, slow-cooked to perfection in a flavorful tomato-based broth. Whichever recipe you choose, you'll be rewarded with a heartwarming and delicious Italian stew that captures the essence of this beloved cuisine.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN BEEF STEW



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Give savory beef stew a Tuscan twist with Italian seasoning, cannellini beans and crushed tomatoes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 12h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound beef stew meat
1 teaspoon beef base
3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces (2 cups)
2 medium stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (19 ounces) Progresso™ cannellini (white kidney) beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree, undrained
1 jar (12 ounces) beef gravy
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
2 cups frozen cut green beans (from 1-pound bag)

Steps:

  • Place beef, beef base, carrots, celery, garlic, onion, pepper, kidney beans, tomatoes and gravy in order listed in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 10 to 12 hours.
  • Stir in Italian seasoning, sugar and frozen green beans. Increase heat setting to high. Cover and cook 15 minutes or until green beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 800 mg

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN BEEF STEW



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This delicious Slow Cooker Italian Beef Stew is everything you want in a hearty, comforting meal with huge depth of flavor. It is a deliciously slow simmered dish that's wonderful for weekend family dinners or dinner parties with friends. Everyone is sure to love its incredibly rich flavor.

Provided by Lora

Categories     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 16

MEAT
2 tablespoons olive oil
1.5 pounds beef stewing meat in chunks
VEGETABLES
1 large onion (chopped)
4 large carrots peeled (ends trimmed and cut into chunks)
4 large celery sticks trimmed and thickly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
SAUCE
1 cup dry red wine
2 cups tomato sauce (I used San Marzano tomatoes puréed (you can use a fork to break them up or pulse in food processor))
1 sprig fresh rosemary
2 bay leaves
1-2 teaspoons salt
Black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • MEAT AND VEGGIES
  • Heat the oil in a large and deep skillet (I used a large cast iron skilleover medium-high heat. When the oil is heated up, place the beef into the hot pan. Brown beef until all sides have a nice sear on them (do not stir too much as the beef will not sear properly). Add in the onions, carrots and celery (do not stir too much, or the beef will not brown properly). Toss in the dried herbs, if using.
  • Pour the red wine into the pan, scratching the browned bits off the bottom. Add the salt and pepper. Cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Add the tomato sauce. Bring to a boil. Check the seasoning and add more salt and pepper, if needed. Remove to a 5-6 quart slow cooker.
  • SLOW COOKER
  • Carefully transfer to a 5-6 quart slow cooker. Add the tomato sauce on top of the meat and veggies. Add in the bay leaves and rosemary sprig. Stir it all gently together to make sure the sauce goes to the bottom of the meat and veggies.
  • COOK
  • Cook the stew on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4 hours. Adjust seasoning as needed. Either finish cooking with the lid open (if you want a thicker stew)or keep lid closed if you want it soupier. Before serving, discard the bay leaves and rosemary sprig.

SLOW COOKER ITALIAN BEEF STEW



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Best beef stew I've ever made! I apologize for the vague instructions, the ingredient amounts are approximate as well as I did this over the weekend but did not note amounts. It turned out so good I wanted to save what I did so I could make again! Chicken broth can be used instead of beef broth if desired.

Provided by Christine Foley Wanner

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
¼ teaspoon onion powder, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds cubed beef stew meat
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ (16 ounce) package baby carrots, quartered
½ yellow onion, quartered and sliced
4 red potatoes, quartered
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
¾ cup red wine
¼ cup beef broth
¼ cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Steps:

  • Whisk flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a shallow bowl. Add beef to seasoned flour and toss to evenly coat; shake off any excess flour.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook beef in hot oil until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer beef to slow cooker; add carrots, onion, potatoes, celery, and garlic.
  • Whisk red wine, beef broth, tomato paste, and rosemary together in a bowl until smooth; pour over beef and vegetables.
  • Cook on Low until beef and vegetables are tender, 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 178.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SLOW-COOKER BEEF STEW



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When there's a chill in the air, nothing beats this Crock-Pot beef stew. Seasoned with thyme and dry mustard, the hearty slow-cooker beef stew is chock-full of tender carrots, potatoes and meat. -Earnestine Wilson, Waco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
Minced fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Layer the potatoes, carrots, onion and celery in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Place flour in a large shallow dish. Add stew meat; turn to coat evenly. In a large skillet, brown meat in oil in batches. Place over vegetables., In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, broth, mustard, salt, pepper, thyme and, if desired, browning sauce. Pour over beef. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are tender. If desired, sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER ITALIAN CHICKEN STEW



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Looking for a slow cooked dinner? Then check out this hearty chicken stew made with kidney beans and Progresso® cannellini beans. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 (19-oz.) can Progresso™ Cannellini Beans, drained, rinsed
1 (15.5 or 15-oz.) can Progresso™ kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup (2 medium) sliced carrots
2 small garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 cup water
1/2 cup dry red wine
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • In 3 1/2 to 4-quart Crock-Pot® slow cooker, combine chicken, cannellini beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, celery, carrots and garlic; mix well.
  • In medium bowl, combine all remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour over chicken and vegetables; mix well.
  • Cover; cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours or on high setting for 5 to 6 hours or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 3/4 Cups, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 9 g

SLOW COOKED ITALIAN STEW (CROCK POT)



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Have always been a fan of slow cooked meals and with my new crock pot, I'm equiped to try some new ones. The original recipe comes from "The Slow Cooker Bible" and includes my intended modifications. As I have not yet tried this dish, feedback is especially welcome.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Stew

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 carrots, thinly sliced
1 (9 ounce) package cooked spicy chicken sausage, sliced
1 (8 -10 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1 green pepper, seeded and vertically cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1 large zucchini, halved and cut into 3/8 inch thick pieces
1 1/2 cups fat free chicken broth (can use bouillon and water)
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian stewed tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (use another white bean if desired)
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Coat slow cooker with a light layer of cooking spray.
  • Add carrots and onions. Top with chicken cubes and chicken sausage. Top with peppers and zucchini.
  • Mix together the tomatoes, broth, rosemary, garlic and oregano. Pour on top of ingredients in the crock pot.
  • Cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or low for 6 to 7 hours. Vegetables should be tender and chicken cooked but not falling apart.
  • Turn cooker to high and stir in cannellini beans and re-cover slow cooker. Cook and additional 10 to 15 minutes until beans are heated through.
  • Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with basil.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Using fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for tender cuts of meat, ripe vegetables, and flavorful herbs and spices.
  • Brown the meat before slow-cooking: Browning the meat adds flavor and helps to prevent it from becoming dry and tough. Simply brown the meat in a skillet over medium-high heat until it is browned on all sides.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Italian stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add any vegetables that you like, such as carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, zucchini, and tomatoes.
  • Season the stew well: Italian stew is a flavorful dish, so don't be afraid to season it well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic, oregano, basil, and thyme. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
  • Cook the stew on low heat: Slow-cooking is the best way to make Italian stew. Cooking the stew on low heat for 8-10 hours will allow the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with crusty bread or pasta: Italian stew is a hearty and filling dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. Serve it with crusty bread or pasta to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Italian stew is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and packed with flavor. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious stew that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give Italian stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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